We ordered Tzatziki with the veggie option, calamari, char-grilled octopus, the Elia Salad (with salmon and Greek dressing), Pork chop, chicken souvlaki, and biftekia. My favorites were: 1) the char-grilled octopus - so tender 2) chicken souvlaki - the roasted veggies were so good with the smokiness of the chicken! 3) the salmon on top of the Elia salad - it was cooked to perfection. Juicy and flaky! Our server was the one who recommended the Elia Salad with salmon on top with the Champgane Vinaigrette. But, we went with the Greek dressing... I think we would have liked her recommendation more because the combo of salmon and salad was spot on! She definitely knew what she was doing and what tastes good! We sat in the indoor patio-like area and it was very bright with natural light and I love the exposed wood deco inside. It feels rustic and classy at the same time. Such a nice vibe, would definitely come again with a group of people to have a filling and and diverse meal! read more

The moussaka was super oily and greasy not really recommended but the portions is really big! The bread and oil is free for dinner but sadly the bread is not toasted either.. Also $24 for the gyro platter was terrible for the fries... McDonald's fries is better read more

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(4) ~ very good overall food & service DRINKS: ** Water (tap) = (4) very good, must be filtered;) ** Stamnaki (Greek Red Wine) = (4) very drinkable *** Espresso = Next time... FOOD: ** Bougatsa (dessert) = (4.35) Very tasty! ** Greek Yogurt (Txatziki) = (4.25) Very good ** Lamb Lollipops = (4.25) Very tasty ** Melitzanosalata = (4) very good ** Pita = (4) very good ** Biftekia = (4) very good ** Shrimp Saganak = (4) very tasty * Spicy Feta Dip = (3.75) Good * Octopus = (3.75) Good * Baklava Cheesecake = (3.75) Good *** Greek Yogurt w. Sour Cherries = Not available... read more

Elia Mediterranean Grille - Bougatsa - Sports Bars Near Me - Warrendale, Pennsylvania

ELIA Mediterranean Grille is a local restaurant and bar that serves mostly upscale Greek foods for lunch and dinner for dining in, takeout, and catering. Examples of menu items are Greek salad, lemon soup, dolmathes, gyro flatbread, chicken pita, meatball sandwich, moussaka, pastitsio, souvlaki skewers, filet mignon, crab cakes, and kataifi. My husband and I ate one dinner here. The seating hostess promptly and courteously seated us. Our server's service was slow, and she made some mistakes such as bringing an incorrect side. Here are my ratings for what we ate: Spanakopita Spinach Pie - 4 stars - This appetizer consisted of two large pieces of spanakopita and a salad. The layers of filo dough, spinach, and feta cheese tasted very rich. Trio Spread - 4.5 stars - This appetizer consisted of my choice of three dips and pita or vegetables. I rate the Hummus as 5 stars, the Tzatziki as 4 stars, the Melitzanosalata Eggplant Dip as 4 stars, the pita as 4.5 stars, and the carrots, celery, and cucumbers as 4.5 stars. Shrimp Scampi - 4.5 stars - The linguini pasta was cooked well and was topped with six broiled shrimp that were large and juicy. Lamb Chops - 4 stars - My husband ate this entree. It got cold while we waited a while for the servers to bring a fork and to clear the appetizers from the table. Four grilled lamb chops had a smoky flavor and were served with lemon potatoes (not what my husband had ordered) and asparagus. Baklava - 4 stars - The phyllo, walnuts, and honey had a very strong flavor. It tasted good, but I prefer that baklava be sweeter. Bougatsa - 4.5 stars - Perhaps my first time eating bougatsa, which is phyllo dough, a custard filling, and powdered sugar and cinnamon sprinkled on top. It tasted slightly sweet. The total price for these foods plus one soda was $128 plus a tip. read more

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Recently came here for a birthday dinner celebration. We had a group of 5 and made reservations. Note: for reservations, you submit a request and you will get a confirmation if they can accept it. I would prefer either a Rezy or Open Table so you can see available times more easily. But the confirmation came back pretty quickly after sending the request. We were seated in the main indoor dining area across from the fireplace at the booths surrounding the tree in the middle of the floor. It had a very cute vibe and they were decorated for Christmas. Our server was very friendly and service was very quick which was appreciated. We ordered the dip trio and fried zucchini. Both were great! The spicy feta and eggplant dip were amazing! Fried zucchini was very tasty as well. We all ordered some seasonal cocktails which were so good!! Our group enjoys a festive drink and Elia delivered. Our group ordered a variety of mains including some chicken dishes, pasta, and the moussaka. Everything was very good overall if not slightly underwhelming. A few of the dishes needed some salt but luckily it was provided at the table. We did order a side of potatoes which came out cold but the flavor was good. Overall had a good experience and looking forward to coming back to try more things. This place has plenty of space for large groups and cozy booths for date nights. There is a parking lot that fills up pretty quickly but there is plenty of parking throughout the shopping center Elia's a part of. Elia is a good addition in the north and conveniently located off of Perry. read more

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I stopped by here this past Saturday for takeout. My wife and I were looking for a place to eat when I remembered that a friend had told me about Elia Mediterranean Grill. After looking through their website, I did not see a way to order online and ended up calling to place my order instead. I was told it would be about 15 to 20 minutes, and when I arrived roughly 30 minutes later my food was ready. What surprised me was just how busy this place was. The lobby was completely full, and I could not really see into the dining room, with more people still coming in as I was leaving. For dinner on this evening I went with the chicken souvlaki while my wife chose the spanakopita flatbread. The menu describes my dish as grilled chicken skewers with grilled peppers, onions, and tomatoes, served on a warm pita with house made tzatziki sauce and rice. Hers was described as spinach, leek, feta, and a blend of cheeses. When I opened my container, I have to admit I was a little disappointed at first. My "skewers" consisted of six pieces of chicken along with one tomato, two pieces of bell pepper, and two pieces of onion. Overall, it did not look like a lot of food for the $25 price tag. Thankfully, the chicken itself was very good. It had a nice lemony flavor and was moist and juicy. The tzatziki sauce was interesting, as it contained more grated cucumber than any version I have had before. It was very thick from the amount of cucumber, which was different but not bad. If anything, it may have been more authentic than what I am used to but I honestly don't know for sure. My wife really enjoyed her flatbread, and she gave me a piece to try. It definitely tasted like spanakopita, which made sense, and I liked the flatbread crust, which had a nice chew to it. The bottom line for me is that I might stop by here again in the future. While I definitely enjoyed both the chicken and the flatbread, it felt a bit pricey for what you get, and this may be a restaurant that is better enjoyed dining in rather than ordering takeout. read more

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The restaurant is beautiful and our waitress Nicole was a sweetheart. If I was just rating those I would give it 6 stars! However, you go to a restaurant to eat and in this case the food was a let down. My wife ordered the spanakopita and it was very good. The egg lemon soup was good but could have been served hotter. The hummus was tasty and fried pita bread a nice touch. The odd thing is the preparation of the pastitsio and Mousaka. They are baked and served as a casserole rather than made in a pan. The béchamel topping was over cooked and took away from the meal. I'll need to try some other items the next time. read more

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Elia is a nice little Mediterranean / Greek style restaurant in Warrendale. The decor and atmosphere is warm and tasteful. The server that night was terrific and was very knowledgeable on the menu. I started with the white bean chicken chili soup. They didn't short you any meat, and it had nice spicy flavor to it. The gyro plate didn't disappoint either - the way they served it, was like you could make one of the Wendy's stuffed pitas from back in the day (only these were way better). The tzaziki sauce was great too. No room for dessert this visit but would love to return here for some of the richer entrees on the menu (on an empty stomach of course; they won't send you home hungry). read more

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best food, best atmosphere...all around great place to eat!! Management is on point and so friendly. read more

Our return trip to try the menu was a hit! So many delicious items, so we ordered a whole spread. We started with the trio dip with vegetables. We had the hummus, tzatziki, and spicy feta dip. Each was delicious and uniquely tasty. The spicy feta had very little heat, but that didn't take from the great flavor. My favorite was the hummus - so creamy and smooth! We also ordered the octopus. Absolutely delicious! Nice char on the outside while the middle was tender. Octopus, hummus, on top of a bite of pita - yum! The olive bread and the dipping oil --both are a must-get! My entree was the fillet of sole, and it was cooked to perfection. Excellent seasoning and flaky fish. I couldn't put my fork down! For dessert, we had the walnut cake. The syrup paired with a moist cake with earthy flavors... I wanted the whole cake!! We walked away satiated and talking about when we would be back! The food was fresh, tasty, light and filling. Such an awesome dinner! read more

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I was in my hometown unexpectedly and my dad suggested Elia for lunch. After we were sat promptly there was a miscommunication and we sat and sat and sat some more. After four servers walked by multiple times I returned to the hostess stand to inform her that we had not been waited on as of yet. After addressing the lack of a server with the hostess the message still did not get conveyed so I addressed the hostess a second time on her way back to the hostess stand. Finally our server came and apologized and blames the "newer" hostess for the mistake. We were quite hungry and considering the time we had to review the menu, Yelp reviews, and gaze at many plates that bypassed our table we opted to order drinks, an appetizer and entree as soon as he came. We ordered the fried zucchini for an app and my dad ordered pastatitio and I ordered one of my favorites, moussaka. This review was based on 2 things; first and foremost the food and the tasteful decor of the restaurant. The food was outstanding! Loved the fried zucchini. It was a generous portion and was cut thin, breaded and fried crispy with 2 different sauces. Great starter! Our server came to our table about 5 min. after we finished the appetizer and said they forgot to cook our entrees. With the said about 2 min. later he brought our food. I don't know if the kitchen was playing games with our server or if they heisted someone else's food. Either way, I was hungry and was glad to have our entrees. My moussaka tastes great! If was cooked in a ceramic bowl and was piping hot. My dad enjoyed his Pastatitio also. We both ate about half of our entrees then we were stuffed. My dad spoke highly of Elia when he came for his 75th birthday so maybe the miscommunication we encountered on this visit was an outlier. Great food. Nice restaurant. Good place. Thanks! read more

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This place is amazing! The service is incredible! The waiters are so kind, helpful, and are always willing to be of service. The owners and managers are always walking around checking on you during dinner and asking if there is anything they can do to help or make the dinner better. Everyone there is so genuine. Sophia, the waitress, is the best person ever! The food is incredibly delicious, flavorful, and authentically prepared. Some of my family's favorites are: the Mykonos salad, the lamb chop appetizers, the greek lemon chicken soup (to die for), feta dip, sunrise shrimp, and the fried calamari and zucchini. They have indoor and outdoor seating and the place is very spacious. It's a perfect place to go with your family or a big group of people. I highly recommend this place! read more

I was really surprised with my experience. I feel bad for leaving a bad review but I haven't had a time in recent memory where I was questioning if I was being punked. Wife and I are new to the area and wanted to find our local Greek restaurant. This place had great reviews, its beautiful from the outside, packed with people, looks upscale. We order about $75 for the chicken Soulvaki, gyro platter, hummus with pita and lemon potatoes over the phone. They call back 5 minutes after I order, they're out of lemon potatoes. No problem, change for the mixed vegetable. I pick up the food, get it home and the rice with the chicken soulvaki? I wouldnt even call it a half order, it's a couple spoon fulls. I went from thinking i'd pick a little off my wife's rice to warming up some extra rice to add to hers. The mixed vegetable? Turns out to be 3 ozs of spinach. I had my kitchen scale out, I tossed it on and it was legitimately 3 ozs for $8 including the water at the bottom and the the container. My wife's chicken soulvaki? Flavor was great but half of it had that weird consistency of when you bite into a tendon that joins the chicken breast. Gyro meat, rice, hummus were all fantastic but if we're spending $75 we shouldn't be supplementing the least expensive parts of the meal/cooking when we get home. I don't know if it was an off night or if takeout gets overlooked or what, but this was just bad. I can't justify comming back. Place is beautiful, staff is super nice, but just an all around disappointing experience. I think its been a decade since my last poor review. If i'd opened the bag before driving the 15 minutes home, I would've asked to speak to someone as politely as possible. I'm sure everyone has an off night, maybe you run low on prepared rice/veg, but this was a packed Saturday night 2 hours before close. This was just egregiously bad, I legitimately don't know what the person putting the togo container was thinking. read more

We sat outside in the enclosed patio and it was beautiful. Service was exceptional from Nicole. She was a pleasure we had the tzatziki Greek yogurt dip as an appetizer with Pita and veggies and it was very light and refreshing. I had the Mykonos salad which was quite unique but tasty. The lemon chicken Romano was delicious. read more

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Food was terrible, server was a tween more interested in her phone than actually paying attention. Also got double billed & the list goes on, stay away from this place. Overly expensive for no good reason. read more

Excellent food - authentic Greek Excellent service Excellent atmosphere Suggest reservations. And look nice, take your hat off. Top place in Pittsburgh read more

My partner and I had been so curious to try Elia, and finally were in the area before the dinner rush, so we headed over to check it out. While I thought the atmosphere was nice and the guests were all summery and pleasant, the presentation of food and drink was mediocre at best. I ordered a mocktail for $7. It was beautifully presented, and the first sip was great. A few minutes later the waitress asked the girl at the table Next to me if she would like another mocktail, and she gave a quick "no". I took another sip of mine and it literally tasted like nothing at all. It was so dissapointing. Next I ordered my food. I got the chicken picatta -- one of my favorite dishes. It was under $25 so I thought it was reasonable, but when it arrived, it was literally just a pounded chicken breast with some veg and no pasta or starch. Super dissapointing. My partner got the meatball sandwich, and it was okay, but nothing exciting. We agreed that we probably won't be back again x read more

This place is gross and I can't believe people are willing to spend this much money on bad food. Filet mignon sandwich is not real filet and the mashed potatoes are not made from real potatoes. Get better ingredients for the prices you charge. read more

The lemon chicken Romano is outstanding. Service was good, restaurant was clean and everyone enjoyed the food. I don't think anything could have gone better. read more

Good, but not curious to try more. Was a bit surprised how few vegetarian options there were considering the genre of food The Greek Salad was mostly lettuce, 3 olives, sprinkle of feta, with some tomatoes and cucumber. The lettuce overpowered the salad. The dips were the star, especially the Greek yogurt dip. The tables were close to each other enough we could hear everything next to us, and getting out was cozy. It was very busy at lunch, so plan accordingly! read more

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I was very excited to try Elia, but my experience was just okay. One of the highlights of the visit would be our waitress. Even though she was very busy (we dined on a Friday evening around 7 pm) she remembered everything, down to the takeout bags she brought for some of my party. Foodwise, a highlight would be the trio spread. We ordered the hummus, tzatziki, and the melitzanosalata (Greek eggplant dip. It says it comes with either vegetables or pita, but they didn't ask our preference and just brought out pita. Other foods I tried were the fried zucchini which was good and for my entree, I ordered the Mykonos salad (no berries or walnuts for me). Overall, the food was fine- nothing special. However, the place itself is loud and cramped. It is a large space, and I understand trying to maximize seating, but it was very tight to get in and out of the booth seating, and it was very tight to walk to the exit. It was a fine experience, but I wouldn't go out of my way to dine here again. It's a nice spot if you live close. read more

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Elia has become the place to go for family night out because the food and service are always superb. There is something on the menu for everyone! I have tried 3 different entrees and they were all excellent. We started with the Tzatziki dip...delicious. We had the Mediterranean chicken, chicken Athena, caprese salad, and flatbread with chicken/spinach/bacon.....all delicious. Our server, Bri, was great. The atmosphere was a tad disappointing because a table with some screaming toddlers was close by. I get bummed when restaurants charge for xtra sauces ($1.50 for a second ranch dressing), they are making plenty of profit on everything else...cut me some slack her....but we will keep going back! read more

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Food and atmosphere is always top notch. Great service!!! Love eating the bar. Good team behind the bar read more

Excellent food. Perfect service. Will return again. Highly recommend. One of the best in the Pittsburgh region.

Really large restaurant with a nice outdoor area. Met some friends that are real fans. Our series's very good and after we ordered the Greek eggplant dip said she would comeback later for the rest of our order to give us time to enjoy the dip. The dip was thick and tasty and came with some fried pita. We had a variety of items , Moussaka, gyro plater, pork souvlaki and everything was very good. The pork souvlaki was tender, moist, cooked perfectly and nicely seasoned. Really nice place to meet friends. read more

Best service anywhere around! Food is the best! Quick...food & drinks were super fast! Wil come here for every birthday our family!! read more

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I had a great time at this restaurant. The service was really good and I was really impressed by the dessert. The vibe of the restaurant was dressy casual. The tossed salad and chicken souvlaki were standard. The chicken souvlaki would've been stronger with more veggies. The whole dish was too carb forward. The tossed salad could've used feta but it was huge and definitely a good one y to share. Overall the food was decent and the service was excellent read more

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Went here on a first date. Absolutely perfect first date restaurant. Romantic setting. Ambient lighting. Very classy. Waiter worked with me to create a delicious cocktail that I would enjoy. And I did. A couple of them. My date and I loved everything, but one chicken spinach dish that we probably wouldn't get again, but there was plenty else that was fantastic that we loved on the table.. Extra points for the spicy feta dip. I must've been nervous because I forgot to take a single photo to memorize the food experience. Not the cheapest, but you know that by the number of $$$ and sometimes that's just the way it goes. We had quite a few cocktails which will bump up the bill. After dinner, we sat by the fire pit and got to know each other more. That was back in January and we are officially a couple, so...looking back this was an excellent portent. read more

Elia Mediterranean Grille - Cocktails by the fire in January. Perfection. - Sports Bars Near Me - Warrendale, Pennsylvania

Took my husband here for his birthday and had a wonderful experience! The food and service were great! I'll definitely be back in the spring for some house margs and patio seating! read more

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The staff was so nice right from the start. We did not love the first table but they readily got us another. Our waitress was great and took really good care of us I had the chili and caprese salad. It was wonderful. My wife got the meatballs appetizer which were very good. Everything everyone ordered was really good. We all really enjoyed the entire experience read more

Elia has a huuuuge menu, all of which sounded delicious. We split a couple of appetizers: grape leaves, the spread trio, and the Mediterranean flatbread. The grape leaves were some of the best I've had. The hummus and spicy feta were very good and unique, although the feta was not spicy at all. The tzatziki was just ok. The flatbread was pretty good, maybe bland, but paired nicely with the spreads. We did find our meal to be quite expensive for what it was. We went on a busy Friday night so there was a short wait, maybe 10 minutes. It gets really loud in there and we noticed a DJ setting up as we were leaving. There's a lot of space in there and we noticed quite a few large tables, so I'd say it's a good place for groups. We also noticed a wedding shower on the patio! Parking seems intimidating, but I found a spot immediately. read more

Elia Mediterranean Grille - Grape leaves, spread trio, and Mediterranean flatbread - Sports Bars Near Me - Warrendale, Pennsylvania

Wow - we have been hearing positive reviews about this sport for quite some time, and the experience greatly outweighed our expectations. Steven was an amazing server - super helpful with recommendations and quick service. The meals were great proportions and so delicious, everyone's meal was outstanding. The tzatziki appetizer with vegetables is a must, as well as the house margaritas! A cozy atmosphere with a Greek touch makes for the perfect environment to enjoy a meal or drinks with Friends. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Why is it so hard to find decent Mediterranean food in this area? After being disappointed by Aladdin's, we were excited to try Elia. The restaurant itself is beautiful, spacious and inviting. We ordered the yogurt dip to start, with pita and veggies. This was the only bright spot, unfortunately. The only gripe I had was that the cucumbers should have been diced rather than in strings; it made it a little hard to eat. We both ordered the lamb sandwich and fries for our main dish. The sandwich itself was overwhelmingly soggy and lost all structural integrity as a sandwich. The lamb meat was cooked, but that's about all that was done to it. Bland and soggy. The feta had also lost almost all of its flavor. Eating the sandwich was kind of like eating a wet mop. The fries were similarly underwhelming; claimed to be seasoned but I detected none. We won't be back. read more

Sorry to say that I found Elia to be extremely mediocre on a recent visit for dinner - I was really hoping to love it! I didn't take any pictures, unfortunately, but I don't know how well they'd have looked given how dark the interior lighting was during our meal. We tried the dip trio, and the dips were fine! I would say the spicy feta dip (Tyrokafteri) was the highlight, but still wasn't mind-blowing. We also shared the meatball appetizer, which was INCREDIBLY bland and lukewarm. For entrees, I tried the "Mediterranean Chicken" and also ordered a side of lemon potatoes. Both were fine, but far too expensive for the food and portion sizes I recieved. My husband tried the pork souvlaki, which tasted good, but did not have nearly enough pork or grilled vegetables to warrant its price tag either. To top it off, during dinner, there was a very loud DJ (?) set up and playing music next to our table which made conversation INCREDIBLY difficult. Cocktails were quite pricy and were not anything special. Service was very slow and inconsistent throughout the meal. The interior is pretty, but seems like a pseudo-Cheesecake Factory design instead of anything that reads "Mediterranean" in style. I didn't think that anything we tried had authenticity of flavor or presentation, in my opinion. One of my best friends is Greek, and I've tried great Greek/Mediterranean food both through my bestie's cooking and through local Greek festivals/restaurants, but this confusing spot does not join that pantheon (no pun intended). It's not offensive or terrible, just maybe not worth the trip or the price tag, especially if you don't live nearby. Bummer! read more

Had such a great experience here! Bri influenced me to try the filet of sole and it was honestly incredible -- perfectly cooked, light, and full of flavor. The atmosphere was cozy, the service was attentive without being overbearing, and everything felt fresh and thoughtfully prepared. Definitely a spot we'd come back to again. John read more

The food was delicious (with the exception of the moussaka, which had little flavor). The portions for main meals & flatbreads were good, but appetizers were pretty small. Service was friendly & good - especially for how crowded it was on a Wednesday night. It was very loud. Super crowded for a Wednesday night early and a lot louder than we anticipated. We'll definitely return, since we liked most of the food and want to try many other menu items. Next time, we'll make reservations to be safe. I think we got lucky since we were there early. read more

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It was my first time :) I have heard so many good things about Eli'a. I went with a group of four. I had the Filet of Sole, with side of green beans and a nice bottle of Sauvignon Blanc. The service was good and attentive. I would definitely go back :) read more

If you like dry meat, then this place is for you. We dined here with a medium sized group and opted for a few appetizer dips to start (feta cheese and tzatziki). The must like bud light here because the tzatziki was Dilly Dilly. If you like dill, then this buds for you! The pita chips were hot and crispy though, yum! There were not enough chips to go around! Back to the meat, I had the chicken souvlaki which was served with rough cut veggies served beautifully. The veggies must have soaked in all the juices from the meat as they were delicious, but the meat needed every bit of the dilly dilly tzatziki in order to eat it. The rice wasn't all that great either. It had peas in it... blech! Other guests ordered the gyro platters and they also commented that the meat was dry. That seemed to be the theme of the evening so somebody back there is overcooking it all. The lemon chicken orzo soup was good. It was a thicker soup, but it didn't have the lemon punch I typically have with this common greek soup. It was the best thing I had on the menu. On the cocktail side, the Spicy Margarita was REALLY spicy, so beware. I like spicy drinks but this was a little over the top. I had to switch it up to something else after and I forget what it was, but it wasn't memorable. The service was good and the restaurant was gorgeous (I think it was something else before Elia'), but the food is why you really go to a restuarant, and I don't think I'd go back. I've had better Mediterranean out of a truck! read more

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It is a very lovely space.... Go to ambience and I've been there twice and the service really has been very good But the food ... without getting into full details, I really think the restaurant should stick to maybe two cuisines they have enough menu item to fill a Greek diner in New York City.... It is considered a Mediterranean restaurant so stick with that plan. They have fish they have steaks they have Italian. It's just too much stick with the best and maybe combine your menu and bring it down to two pages instead of four. read more

The service was outstanding. The food was good - not great. But it is TOO LOUD in there. You have to shout to be heard by people at your own table. If the ownership does something to mitigate the sound issue, I'll be back. Until then...choosing elsewhere. read more